SBA Disaster Loans for Oregon Businesses Affected by Rowena Wildfire

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Published March 16th, 2026

Detected March 17th, 2026

Summary

The U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) is reminding businesses and private nonprofits in Oregon affected by the Rowena Wildfire that the deadline to apply for low-interest Economic Injury Disaster Loans (EIDLs) is April 16, 2026. These loans provide working capital for economic losses directly related to the disaster.

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What changed

The U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) has issued a notice reminding businesses and private nonprofit organizations in specific Oregon counties (Clackamas, Gilliam, Hood River, Jefferson, Marion, Sherman, Wasco, and Wheeler) and Klickitat County, Washington, that the deadline to apply for Economic Injury Disaster Loans (EIDLs) due to the Rowena Wildfire is April 16, 2026. These low-interest loans are available for working capital needs caused by the disaster, even if no physical damage occurred, with loan amounts up to $2 million and terms up to 30 years.

Affected businesses and private nonprofits must submit their applications by April 16, 2026, although a 60-day grace period will be accepted after the deadline. The SBA encourages eligible entities to apply online at sba.gov/disaster or contact their customer service center for assistance. Failure to apply by the deadline may result in the loss of potential financial recovery assistance.

What to do next

Review eligibility for SBA Economic Injury Disaster Loans for Rowena Wildfire impact.
Submit loan applications to the SBA by April 16, 2026, or within the 60-day grace period.
Contact SBA Customer Service for application assistance if needed.

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Disaster news release
OR-20012-03

SBA Relief Still Available to Oregon Businesses and Private Nonprofits Affected by the Rowena Wildfire

Deadline to apply for economic injury loans approaching Published on

March 16, 2026

by Office of Disaster Recovery & Resilience WASHINGTON — The U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) is reminding businesses and private nonprofit (PNP) organizations in Oregon of the April 16, 2026 deadline to apply for low interest federal disaster loans to offset economic losses caused by the Rowena Wildfire occurring June 11 – 19, 2025.

The disaster declaration covers the Oregon counties of Clackamas, Gilliam, Hood River, Jefferson, Marion, Sherman, Wasco and Wheeler as well as the Washington county of Klickitat.

Under this declaration, SBA’s Economic Injury Disaster Loan (EIDL) program is available to small businesses, small agricultural cooperatives, nurseries, and PNPs including faith-based organizations impacted by financial losses directly related to the disaster. The SBA is unable to provide disaster loans to agricultural producers, farmers, or ranchers, except for small aquaculture enterprises.

EIDLs are available for working capital needs caused by the disaster and are available even if the small business did not suffer any physical damage. The loans may be used to pay fixed debts, payroll, accounts payable, and other bills not paid due to the disaster.

“SBA loans help eligible small businesses and private nonprofits cover operating expenses after a disaster, which is crucial for their recovery,” said Chris Stallings, associate administrator of the Office of Disaster Recovery and Resilience at the SBA. “These loans not only help business owners get back on their feet but also play a key role in sustaining local economies in the aftermath of a disaster.”

The loan amount can be up to $2 million with interest rates as low as 4% for businesses and 3.625% for PNPs with terms up to 30 years. Interest does not accrue, and payments are not due until 12 months from the date of the first loan disbursement. The SBA sets loan amounts and terms based on each applicant’s financial condition.

To apply online, visit sba.gov/disaster. Applicants may also call SBA’s Customer Service Center at (800) 659-2955 or email disastercustomerservice@sba.gov for more information on SBA disaster assistance. For people who are deaf, hard of hearing, or have a speech disability, please dial 7-1-1 to access telecommunications relay services.

Submit completed loan applications to the SBA no later than April 16. However, after the deadline has passed, there is a 60-day grace period in which SBA will accept applications.

About the U.S. Small Business Administration

The U.S. Small Business Administration helps power the American dream of business ownership. As the only go-to resource and voice for small businesses backed by the strength of the federal government, the SBA empowers entrepreneurs and small business owners with the resources and support they need to start, grow, expand their businesses, or recover from a declared disaster. It delivers services through an extensive network of SBA field offices and partnerships with public and private organizations. To learn more, visit www.sba.gov.

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